Touring the five continents in one day? At the International People’s Fair, it is possible. This multicultural event held in Fuengirola every spring is an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the gastronomy, folklore and traditions of more than thirty countries and regions of Spain.
To be part of this unique tour around the world you don’t need any passport or luggage. You just have to approach the Fuengirola fairgrounds between the 27th of April and the 1st of May. Free admission and guaranteed fun every day from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.
Typical dishes, music and dance
Each country participating in the People’s Fair has its own space. You can have tea with typical sweets in the stall of Morocco or have a barbecue for dinner in the Argentina one. Although if you prefer to dance to the rhythm of samba or enjoy a capoeira show, go to Brazil’s corner. Their caipirinhas (a drink made with lime, sugar and liqueur) are delicious.
Belly dance masters, dervishes and reggae bands are mixed in this melting pot of cultures with Indian dancers, Latin American musicians and flamenco groups. The encounter is an explosion of colours and rhythms, but also of flavours that will transfer you to Thailand and Italy, passing through Bulgaria or Cuba.
A stall dedicated to Ireland couldn’t be missing at this fair. The ideal place to have a good beer and enjoy dishes as typical as roast pork with apple sauce. All this accompanied by music and an incomparable atmosphere.
Crafts, the best gift
Next to the lively stalls, you will find the International Trade Fair. With over 60 exhibitors, it is a unique opportunity to buy handicrafts, clothing, footwear and even food products. Stroll through this tent full of genuine ítems… You will be sure to find the perfect souvenir to take home.
On Saturday, the 29th of April, one of the most anticipated moments of this fair takes place. This is the multicultural parade from the Plaza de España in Fuengirola to the Palacio de la Paz. Young and old from the countries represented in the event, take to the streets dressed in their folk costumes, flooding the city with magic.
A bit of history
The International People’s Fair was born in 1994 with the purpose of divulging the history, customs and tourist attractions of different regions of the world. An idea that emerged because of the diversity of cultures and nationalities that exists in Fuengirola. At present it is one of the essential celebrations in Malaga’s calendar.
